New back brake drum wheel cylinders

[mpro69rr]

Hey Guys,

Can you replace the back drum wheel cylinders without taking off the brake shoes? If so, how would you do it?

Thanks!

 

[gkent]

No.

 

[pnora]

I suppose you could if you pulled the axles. Even then it would be a wrestling match. Taking the shoes off and back on takes maybe 10 minutes on a bad day.

 

[mpro69rr]

No.

Damn, oh well it looks like I'll have to learn how to take the shoes off. Thanks!

 

[mpro69rr]

I suppose you could if you pulled the axles. Even then it would be a wrestling match. Taking the shoes off and back on takes maybe 10 minutes on a bad day.

10 Minutes if you know what your doing, so that means it will take me all day...LOL

 

[1967coronet]

10 Minutes if you know what your doing, so that means it will take me all day...LOL

Just a tip, your 1st time just do one side so you have the other for referance. Or take a picture of the hardware and springs on the plate.

 

[fullmetaljacket]

10 Minutes if you know what your doing, so that means it will take me all day...LOL

Take pictures on one side unassembled. then take apart the other side while laying down all the parts in the same formations as they are on the backing plate, that way it gives you a guide to where things go back. If lost with the parts, you can always refer back to the picture of the assemble intact.

 

[mpro69rr]

Take pictures on one side unassembled. then take apart the other side while laying down all the parts in the same formations as they are on the backing plate, that way it gives you a guide to where things go back. If lost with the parts, you can always refer back to the picture of the assemble intact.

Good idea, thanks!

 

[mpro69rr]

Just a tip, your 1st time just do one side so you have the other for referance. Or take a picture of the hardware and springs on the plate.

Thanks!

 

[1967coronet]

Thanks!

Also when you look at your new shoes. 2 will have a short pad/lining and 2 will be longer.
You need one of each for both sides.
Both short ones go on the forward side and longs to the rear.

 

[pnora]

10 Minutes if you know what your doing, so that means it will take me all day...LOL

Having a couple of the right tools help. Simple kit like this wont break the bank. Brake Tool Set, 7 Piece

 

[gkent]

Having a couple of the right tools help. Simple kit like this wont break the bank. Brake Tool Set, 7 Piece

That'll be $20 well spent !!

 

[mpro69rr]

Having a couple of the right tools help. Simple kit like this wont break the bank. Brake Tool Set, 7 Piece

Didn't know they had that, great, I have a Harbor Freight down the street. Thanks!

 

[MWbirdLOVER70]

Good idea, thanks!

Here’s one I took couple summers ago on mine before replacement

 

[Ray70Chrg]

Recently did my drum brakes for the 1st time ever. Take plenty of pictures before you start. little details like which spring gets hooked from the bottom of the stud while the other goes over the top will save you a lot of time. Don't sweat it, take your time and rely on the photos. Good Luck.

 

[davek]

 

[Virg464]

Watch a couple videos on how to use the tool with "buck-tooth" socket on the end. That tool is your friend when you remove and install the springs!

 

[Encswsm]

Just a tip, your 1st time just do one side so you have the other for referance. Or take a picture of the hardware and springs on the plate.

My advice too. Do one side at a time. Plus might as well freshen up the brake shoes while you have it apart.

 

[MWbirdLOVER70]

My advice too. Do one side at a time. Plus might as well freshen up the brake shoes while you have it apart.

Almost forgot make sure the adjusters adjusted and back out slowly or forward. Wouldn’t hurt to have a buddy help you. Second set of eyes